The e-scooter did not meet the legal technical requirements, meaning it could not be legally used on public roads
The Kildare/Carlow Roads Policing Unit has seized an e-scooter caught doing 60km/h on the R445.
The e-scooter, a KuKirin G3 Pro, was detected in the right-hand lane.
It was found to weigh approximately 40kg, and have dual motors of 1,200 watts each.
Legislation for e-scooters in Ireland states that they must travel at speeds of 20km/h or less, weigh a maximum of 25 kg (including batteries) and have an electric motor with a maximum output of 400 watts or less.
E-scooters that do not meet these technical requirements cannot be legally used on public roads.
Posting on social media, An Garda Síochána Kildare said "this is no longer a casual trip on an e-scooter. The potential consequences for the rider and other roads users are serious."
Fixed Charge Penalty Notices were issued to the rider, along with a court appearance.
Kildare/Carlow RPU says it will continue to target illegal and non-compliant e-scooters.
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